Column: Navy SEAL followed the wrong orders
Esquire detailed the Navy SEAL's account of how he shot Osama bin Laden three times in the head the moment he saw him. It's a wonder we didn't capture bin Laden and waterboard him until he gave up bin...
View ArticleClubs & Meetings: Feb. 19-25
A comprehensive listing of clubs, support groups, hobbies and other activities in the greater Prescott area.
View ArticleHave a hobby you'd like to share with others?
Many of our facilitators have had lifelong hobbies or interests they wished to explore further. Having retired and moved to Prescott, many are now finding the time to pursue their interests
View ArticleNew way to buy health insurance coming to Arizona
When key parts of the health care law take effect in 2014, you'll have a new way to buy health insurance for yourself, your family, or your small business: the Health Insurance Marketplace.
View ArticleColumn: Those 'Funny File' items just keep on giving
Yes, I do indeed have a Funny File that I consult on those occasions when that debilitating disease - writer's block - looms as terminal. So I went to "the well" last week and happened to stumble onto...
View ArticleThings you need to know about Social Security at tax time
April's showers bring more than just May's flowers - they also bring the deadline day for filing taxes.
View ArticleColumn: Dead-eye president prevented meteor
Russia was struck by a meteor Thursday that was televised descending from the sky and exploding over the tundra. It caused a minor earthquake
View ArticleColumn: Americans emulate wrong presidents
Presidents Day was described by historians Monday as a day to think like Roosevelt, pray like Washington and act like Lincoln. Unfortunately it's a day off. That's when most Americans prefer to drink...
View ArticleNew research reveals dogs' intelligence, ability to understand humans
Although many of us think our dog is clever enough to understand us, this confidence has never been tested by science - until now.
View ArticleArizona sesquicentennial is topic of talk on Friday
Retired history professor John H. Moore of Sedona will talk about Arizona's territorial sesquicentennial during a special history program at Montezuma Castle National Monument next to Camp Verde at 11...
View ArticleSome surprises in this year's Great Backyard Bird Count
This past weekend was the annual Great Backyard Bird Count sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.
View ArticleDivas doo-wop at Elks Saturday
Prescott's grand dame of theater - the Elks Opera House - will celebrate its 108th anniversary at 7 p.m. Saturday in the midst of a "Doo-Wop Divas" concert on its historic stage.
View ArticleColumn: Pope, Obama rivals for divinity ranking
HOLLYWOOD - God bless America, and how's everybody? The White House sent a congratulatory message to the Vatican to salute Pope Benedict after the pontiff retired.
View ArticleGila monster rescued from floodwaters happy at zoo
He was found floating down a river on a piece of wood and was rescued by a kind soul. This is the story of Moses - Moses the Gila monster.
View ArticleGREEN BUILDING: Energy-efficient homes not necessarily green - and vice-versa
Question: I have heard a lot about green and energy efficient homes, but much of it is confusing. What are the real benefits to the homeowner and what does it really cost?
View ArticleConcrete answers on post tensions slabs
Question: I have a label in my garage floor saying I have a post tension slab - "do not cut or drill." I want to build some interior walls in my home.
View ArticleAsk the contractor: Littlest water leak can cause big problems
Q: I think we have a little water leak. What are some simple steps to take to investigate this before I have to call in a plumber?-Ed in Chino Valley
View ArticleChurch News
Welcome the Sabbath with good food, song, camaraderie and discussion. Join Beit Torah for Kabbalat Shabbat turkey dinner service 6 p.m. Feb. 22 at Adele's in Chino Valley.
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